Varberg pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Varberg is moderate; mugwort is moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Varberg's parks and green corridors feature beech, birch, and oak as the dominant tree species, with pollen exposure varying between these green spaces and the denser built-up centre. The open landscape near the open Kattegat shoreline contributes substantial grass and crop pollen, especially where farmland borders the built-up area. Varberg's vegetation profile is fairly typical for its region, reflecting the balance between urban green space and farmland.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    34/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    36/100

Air quality in Varberg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Varberg right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Varberg are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Varberg tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Varberg will be similar to today, with artemisia at moderate levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Varberg this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Varberg?

On 30 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Varberg. willow, hazel, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Varberg?
Varberg's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with alder and hazel in the depths of winter before birch takes over strongly through April and May. Grass pollen then dominates for several weeks in June and July before gradually easing. Air moving across the open Kattegat shoreline periodically clears or concentrates pollen depending on which way the wind is blowing. Late-season pollen owes more to the region's beech cover and farmland than to any urban source.
How often is the Varberg pollen forecast updated?

The Varberg pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Varberg come from nearby or far away?

Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.

Are pollen levels in Varberg based on measurements or forecasts?

Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.

Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Varberg, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.

This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.

Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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